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Sunday, 26 February 2012

Did you know?

The beauty responsibilities we deal with everyday become second nature to us ladies because we become so good at it, we could do it in our sleep. Women work fulltime jobs and still have a family to care for when they get home so where would you find the time to remember trivial matters like how often should you replace your toothbrush, bra’s, file your nails, change your makeup and cut your hair?

These seem like simple questions to answer but when you think about it…do you really know?

Hopefully this post will help you diarise and take note of health issues that might arise if you don’t follow the necessary beauty timeline.

#1 How often should you replace your Toothbrush?

At least every three months or when the bristles begin to show wear or discolour. Worn and fractured bristles are a breeding ground for germs, fungus and bacteria and can damage gum tissue which will lead to further problems like gingivitis.

You should also replace your toothbrush after an illness such as a cold or flu. Even if you are feeling better, the germs left on your toothbrush could flare up old infections and colds.

Source: www.toothbrushexpress.com

#2 How often should you shop for new Bra’s?

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You should purchase a new bra every six months, but with proper care, you can get away with just once a year.Try make it a habit every time you shop for the next seasons’ clothes (Summer & Winter), to get a few new Bra’s as well.

Worn out and stretched bra's will become very uncomfortable, and lose their effectiveness. You'll then try to change your posture to "adjust-your-bust" and this could lead to stiff muscles, headaches and other health issues.

Something that will make your bra’s last longer, for machine washing, hook the bra together first, place it in a lingerie bag and wash on a gentle cycle. Never, ever put bras in the tumble-dryer as this will bend the underwire and heat up the elastic in the material making it stretch drastically.

Source: www.brastraps.com

#3 How often should you file your nails?

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The average person's fingernails grow about 2mm to 3mm in a month, so trimming and filing about once a week should be enough for most people. However, how much and how often you file your nails might also vary over the course of your lifetime.

Nails typically grow faster during the summer months and during a woman's pregnancy .As you age; your nails grow at an increasingly slower pace so you might have to adjust your manicuring habits from time to time.

Nails that are un-kept and jagged nails will hook on things and rip off easily. I'm sure everyone has had firsthand experience with that and you know how painful it can be.

When it comes to your toenails, you can relax on the amount of filing. Toenails usually grow slower than fingernails (about 1mm per month). And compared with fingernails, toenails are less likely to get caught on things.

Above all, when filing your nails, make sure you're using an emery board to smooth edges and saw off excess nail growth.

Source: www.health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/nail-care

# 4 How often should you cut your hair?

Long hair should be trimmed at least every 8 to 12 weeks. If you notice more or split ends, it could be cut as frequently as every 6 to 8 weeks. Long hair is very old and like anything that ages, the older your hair gets, the more fragile it is. Long hair is typically more susceptible to breakage, split ends, and to appearing thinner. Regular haircuts will help keep your hair strong and healthy.

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The same rules generally apply for medium length hair as they do for long hair. Regular haircuts at 6 to 12 week intervals are very important to keep your hair looking healthy. If you like the length of your hair, a trim every 6-8 weeks will keep your hair at your preferred length. If you are growing your hair out, opt for a trim every 8 to 12 weeks instead.

Short hair, especially if you want to keep your short style, will need a haircut more frequently in order to remain fresh. If you have short hair, you already know that it appears to be grown out quickly so short hair should be trimmed every 4 to 8 weeks to keep the shape of your haircut fresh. As previously mentioned, if you are trying to grow your hair out, you will want to consider haircuts every 6 to 12 weeks.

Remember, hair grows one half inch per four weeks. Take that into consideration when talking to your stylist about how much hair to cut off.

Source: www.womenshair.about.com

#5 How often should you replace your makeup?

Most people horde their makeup, always adding in new items but never replacing expired ones. Here is a list of when to replace your makeup:

Also take note that makeup brushes should be cleaned once a week with cleanser or a mild antibacterial dish detergent. Do NOT share your makeup with anyone.You can get pink eye from shared mascara and herpes from shared lipstick. Using dirty brushes and other makeup application supplies can cause acne breakouts.

Source: www.community.sephora.com

I hope this helps. Feel free to comment on things you find important and what you change on a regular basis!